Senior Project Leader & Therapeutic Area Specialist

The organisation

For a fast growing international Biotech company we are looking to find the a Senior Pre-Clinical Project & Therapeutic Area specialist for their Belgium office.

The position

As the Senior Pre-Clinical Project Leader you will have responsibility in a set of projects in the companies portfolio, from target discovery stage up to pre-clinical candidate delivery. You will play a critical role in setting the strategy that will pursue in the area.

Innovation and in depth scientific insights, based on substantial experience in the drug discovery process are expected to be key drivers in the approach taken by the Leader for selecting targets that fit within a disease strategy and progressing projects to success through the design of critical testing.

Operating in a matrix environment, and directing the activities from several departments ranging from in vitro through in vivo pharmacology. The application of concepts increasing probability of success, as e.g. biomarkers and other translational activities, will be strongly encouraged. Building and managing interactions with external experts in the field as well as the contacts with partners collaborating on specific projects.

Besides driving projects, you will also play a central role in the maintenance of a high-quality knowledge environment within the area, through the interaction with KOLs, attending congresses and following up literature closely.

The continued scientific support to projects in the development phase, ensuring adequate scientific support for projects represents another element of the position.

Tasks & responsibilities

In this position, you will be:

• Leading a portfolio of internal or partnered drug discovery projects towards delivery against pre-set objectives
• Bringing key elements, and map the competitive environment in the area and support strategic decision making to their senior management
• Driving the establishment of a knowledge environment around assigned diseases through contacts with KOLs, attending congresses, and the integration of key literature
• Building a strong scientific interaction with key external collaborators

Candidate profile

• Strong results driven personality, high level of enthusiasm and energy and an ability to demonstrate flexibility and integrity
• Outstanding interpersonal, public speaking and communication skills are essential
• Relevant industry experience developing new drug candidates in either the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
• Ph.D. with at least 6+ years of experience in the biotech / pharma sector
• Strong scientific expertise in preferably in rare diseases, and immunology processes is required, with good knowledge of in vitro and in vivo pharmacology
• Expert in project management, with clear organizational and planning skillsWhat are they looking for in terms of experience?
• Knowledge and experience in market size determination and competitive analysis
• Excellent written and oral knowledge of English

Terms & conditions

Besides a very competitive salary and benefits / option package. You are one of the most important players to maintain that overview of the pipeline, and setting down the strategy to make sure they remain to be a innovative key player in the world.

Interested?

You are invited to apply for this position by using the form below. For more information, please contact Jord Teeuwen at +31 (0)6 11 10 76 84.